Schedule
Early
00:30
Through the Night—Stravinsky and Shostakovich from Auckland
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra perform Stravinsky and Shostakovich. John Shea presents.
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Morning
06:30
Breakfast—Thursday - Petroc's classical commute
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3's classical breakfast show, featuring listener requests.
09:00
Essential Classics—Georgia Mann
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music.
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Afternoon
12:00
Composer of the Week—CPE Bach (1714-1788), Reinvention in Hamburg
4/5Donald Macleod explores CPE Bach's time in Hamburg and his prolific vocal writing.(R)
13:00
Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert—Chamber music from Bucharest (3/4)
Sina Kloke and Norbert Anger perform Enescu's Cello Sonata in C.
14:00
Afternoon Concert—Thursday - Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra
Music by Franck, Eötvösj and Hindemith.
17:00
In Tune—Harry the Piano, Jess Duckworth and Jeannette Sorrell
Katie is joined in the studio by Harry the Piano.
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Evening
19:00
Classical Mixtape—Classical music for your journey
An eclectic mix featuring classical favourites, lesser-known gems and a few surprises.
19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—John Wilson conducts the Philharmonia
James Ehnes performs Walton's Violin Concerto with the Philharmonia.
22:00
Free Thinking—Existential Risk
Planning and creating in the shadow of the doomsday clock with Shahidha Bari and guests.
22:45
The Essay—The Frozen River, Garbh Choire
4/5A perilous winter pilgrimage to the source of Britain’s highest river.(R)
23:00
The Night Tracks Mix—Music for night owls
Hannah Peel with a magical sonic journey for late-night listening.
23:30
Unclassified—Melissa Harrison’s Listening Chair
Novelist and nature writer Melissa Harrison sits in the listening chair.
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Late
00:30
Through the Night—Stravinsky, Messiaen and Berg from Paris
Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Daniel Harding. John Shea presents.












